What is City of Colours?

The City of Colours Festival in Digbeth in 2014. Pictured is 'Spzero76' - Keith Hopewell from Bristol

City of Colours is an urban arts company which specialises in graffiti and street art, creative writing, break dancing and spoken word and has a “community interest mission”.

Its aim is to provide “an accessible platform for artists of all levels and backgrounds to produce, exhibit and engage with the artistic community. Our aim is to educate, empower and inspire younger people across Birmingham, to unlock their hidden potential and participate in the regeneration and development of their local area, whilst improving well-being.”

City of Colours’ managing director Becci Wright says: “We are absolutely delighted to have been successful with our application to the Arts Council – without it the event just wouldn’t be possible.”